Liverpool to Cardiff train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 27 Mar

Cheapest price

£53

Average price

£96

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 4 m

Trains per day

Distance

215 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C86718

08:083h30

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

11:38Cardiff Central (CDF)

£531One-way

1 change

C67566

08:334h52

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

13:25Cardiff Central (CDF)

£771One-way

1 change

C48979

08:433h53

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

12:36Cardiff Central (CDF)

£1261One-way

3 changes

C48979

08:434h02

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

12:45Cardiff Central (CDF)

£1261One-way

1 change

Liverpool to Cardiff train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Transport for Wales C86718 West Midlands TrainsC86718	08:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h30	11:38 Cardiff Central (CDF)	1 change
CrossCountry C67566 West Midlands TrainsC67566	08:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	4h52	13:25 Cardiff Central (CDF)	1 change
CrossCountry C48979 Avanti West CoastC48979	08:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h53	12:36 Cardiff Central (CDF)	3 changes
Transport for Wales C48979 Avanti West CoastC48979	08:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	4h02	12:45 Cardiff Central (CDF)	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Liverpool to Cardiff?

The best time to book your train from Liverpool to Cardiff is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Liverpool to Cardiff route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Liverpool to Cardiff per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Liverpool to Cardiff.

Trains

from £78

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from £14

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Cardiff

Trains from Liverpool to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £12 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Distance

215 km

Average train duration

4h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

£32

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 26m

First train

04:35

Last train

20:51

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Train providers: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains trains Liverpool to Cardiff

Buy your official Transport for Wales, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains train tickets between Liverpool and Cardiff from £35 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Transport for Wales from Liverpool to Cardiff train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: £36

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Cardiff from Liverpool. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Liverpool to Cardiff train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 3 h 54 min
Cheapest Price: £35

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Train information from Liverpool to Cardiff with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: £83

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Liverpool to Cardiff train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h
Cheapest Price: £263
Virgin Trains frequency: 1 a day

Trains from Liverpool to Cardiff

There are no direct trains from Liverpool to Cardiff but frequent indirect services, requiring a change at Birmingham New Street. The schedule begins with an East Midlands train departure from Liverpool at around 6:30 a.m. connecting with a CrossCountry train service at Birmingham. There are connections roughly every half hour throughout the day until the final departure just after 8:00 p.m. Most journeys take just under four hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Liverpool to Cardiff?

Departure Station: Trains from Liverpool to Cardiff depart from central Liverpool Lime Street station which is around five minutes on foot from the city's bus station on Roe Street. There are regular connections around the city centre on the bus routes C4 and C5. Taxis are available from the station ranks on Skelhorne Street and Lord Nelson Street.

Arrival Station: Trains from Liverpool to Cardiff arrive at Cardiff Central Station located on the banks of the river Taff, on the south-west edge of the city centre. Public transport options include city buses available from the nearby interchange on Wood Street. The station taxi rank is to the right of the exit.

FAQs: Liverpool to Cardiff train

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Cardiff.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Cardiff can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to Cardiff is £56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Liverpool to Cardiff train travel time is 3 h 41 min for the 133 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Liverpool to Cardiff leaves at 02: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Liverpool to Cardiff leaves at 21: 15.

There are 7 trains a day from Liverpool to Cardiff which require at least one change with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Liverpool to Cardiff, you can count on Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Liverpool to Cardiff and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 15.

A trip to Cardiff from Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 41 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool to Cardiff is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff including taking a train or coach.